Senior Consultant, Operational Risk (Banking)

Location: Chicago, United States, or Toronto, Canada; the work arrangement and proportion of on-site and remote work will be discussed during the interview. Candidates must be legally eligible to work at the specified location and hold a valid work or study permit where applicable.

Salary: $100,000–$120,000 USD in Chicago or $90,000–$100,000 CAD in Toronto, based on experience, qualifications, and location.

Company

hirify.global is a relationship-oriented bank supporting clients through technology, data, AI, operations, and governance functions.

What you will do

• Identify controls, participate in risk assessments, lead remediation of deficiencies, and develop procedures for monitoring business processes.
• Collaborate with second and third lines of defense on risk programs, examinations, evidence, and control requirements.
• Advise internal clients and Private Wealth Management Operations on operational risk management solutions.
• Analyze processes and functional requirements, identify efficiency opportunities, and recommend improvements aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Manage projects and timelines, lead Risk and Controls Self-Assessments and Key Regulatory Indicators, and prepare executive governance and controls reporting.
• Maintain Operational Process Controls, Financial Process Controls, and Regulatory Compliance Management controls.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of banking experience with expertise in risk management and interpreting policies and procedures to ensure process accuracy and timeliness.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and able to apply critical thinking to complex information.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective relationship management skills, with the ability to build networks and achieve outcomes across diverse teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, and take initiative.
• Commitment to trust, teamwork, and accountability.
• Legal eligibility to work at the specified location is required; a valid work or study permit may be required.

Nice to have

• Experience in private wealth management operations.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible work environment with the on-site and remote work proportion determined during the interview.
• Full-time regular employment with a 40-hour work week.
• Medical, dental, vision, health savings account, life and disability insurance, paid sick, parental and vacation leave, holidays, and 401(k).
• Competitive salary, incentive compensation eligibility, banking benefits, wellbeing support, and recognition programs.
• Paid Purpose Day and opportunities focused on employee growth and development.
• Inclusive and accessible candidate and employee experience.

Hiring process

• Applicants may complete an attribute-based assessment and skills tests, including simulation, coding, or MS Office exercises.
• Accommodation requests can be submitted to the careers contact provided in the posting.